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11.30am - Doors Open

12.00 - running all day Recreating the magic with The Emerald Garrison. Watch and interact expert artisans and sculptors work as they sculpt some of the creatures from the Star Wars films. This experience will last all day and the public can get up close and ask questions etc to the artists about all aspects of sculpting and prop building.

12pm - James Arnold Taylor - A day in the life of a Holywood voice artist. James Arnold Taylor will answer questions from students on what it takes to be the voice of Fred Flinstone, Johnny Test and of course, Obi Wan Kenobi from The Clone Wars.

12.30pm: Astronomy Ireland - Astronomy Ireland’s Education Programme was launched in 2009 to motivate the astronomers and scientists of tomorrow. The programme has had huge success to date, using the theme of astronomy and space science to encourage pupils to develop a love of science. The programme facilitates both primary and post-primary schools, youth groups, adult and community groups and much more. Theye have enthralled young and old at events with their fun, engaging approach to teaching astronomy.

1pm Billy Dee Williams - Press conference / Q&A - Open to everyone, questions from students welcome. Billy Dee Williams is an emmy nominated actor who\'s credits include Batman, Lost, Scrubs and a staring role as Lando Calrissian in Return of the Jedi and The Empire Strikes Back.

1.40pm From Sci-Fi to Sci-Fact - From light sabres to death stars, just how much of Star Wars is becoming a reality? Pete Redmond will be taking us through how the latest technologies are blurring the boundaries of science fiction and science fact.

2.15pm How to Draw Star Wars. Will Sliney, Animator from the Star Wars comics and The Phantom Menace 3D release, will show students how to draw some of the iconic characters and sets.

3pm Astronomy Ireland - Astronomy Ireland’s Education Programme was launched in 2009 to motivate the astronomers and scientists of tomorrow. The programme has had huge success to date, using the theme of astronomy and space science to encourage pupils to develop a love of science. The programme facilitates both primary and post-primary schools, youth groups, adult and community groups and much more. They have enthralled young and old at events with their fun, engaging approach to teaching astronomy.

3.30pm Jeremy Bulloch & Mike Edmonds Q&A. Meet the men behind Boba Fett and Logray. Mike Edmonds who played Logray, was also the the pupetter for Jaba The Hutt and will give a first hand account of how he helped bring one of the biggest characters from Star Wars alive. Jeremy Bulloch who played Bounty Hunter Boba Fett will give an insight into his experiences on the set of James Bond, Austin Powers and of course Star Wars

4pm From Sci-Fi to Sci-Fact - From light sabres to death stars, just how much of Star Wars is becoming a reality? Pete Redmond will be taking us through how the latest technologies are blurring the boundaries of science fiction and science fact.

5pm: How to Draw Star Wars. Will Sliney, Animator from the Star Wars comics and The Phantom Menace 3D release, will show students how to draw some of the iconic characters and sets.

5.30pm Star Wars Weddings

6.30pm James Arnold Taylor \"Talking To Myself\" Performed in Europe for the first time ever



Schedule subject to change.
Please note that some attractions may incur an extra cost. Where possible, this will be notified on Invasion.ie
Actors and guests will charge a fee for autographs and pictures. This is at the discretion of the individual actors but is expected to be between €15 and €30

On Sale Dates & Times

On Sale Date:
09/01/2012 09:00

Additional Information

All Ages
Doors Open : 10:00

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